ESC: Volunteering at Generation for Change CY 2025/2026

Code: 43682676ec35143589 Copied

Cyprus Education European Voluntary Service Social work Education European Voluntary Service +2 Fixed dates

About the project

📝 Detailed information

🏢 About the local organisation

G.F.C. Generation for Change CY (hereafter referred to as GFC) is a grassroots nonprofit striving for a diverse and inclusive society where everyone has equitable access to opportunities in Cyprus. GFC is committed to achieving positive social change through supporting vulnerable and marginalised communities – including but not limited to persons of low socioeconomic status, refugees, asylum seekers, migrants, and any persons facing discrimination. In correspondence with core EU values, GFC seeks to harness the power of diversity to advocate a fair and inclusive society. Since its founding in June 2020 and official registration in December 2021, the organisation has been working extensively, sustainably, and meaningfully with populations experiencing challenges and fewer opportunities. GFC has three pillars of action. 1. Humanitarian Aid 2. Empowerment and Integration 3. Advocacy and Interculturalism In their first pillar, more than 3000 households have benefited, receiving packages containing food, clothes, hygiene essentials, and other basic items. Within their second pillar, offering skills development and psychosocial services and activities, including language learning, employability and sports, at least 1500 participants have benefited. In its third pillar, it has engaged in numerous advocacy actions and organised 11 cultural and sports events bringing people from diverse backgrounds to interact, leading to a more just, accepting, and cohesive society.

💼 What the programme involves

Generation for Change CY is a grassroots, non-profit organization striving for a diverse & inclusive society in the EU. We support & empower vulnerable & marginalized communities, including refugees & people of low socioeconomic status, & advocate for social justice in migration, human rights, & interculturalism. We are looking for nine motivated young individuals living in Cyprus (18-30) who are ready to make a tangible impact. They will be involved in our actions and contribute to our mission, gain lifelong skills, & experience Cyprus’ diversity. You will work within our three pillars: Humanitarian Aid, Empowerment & Integration, & Awareness-raising & Advocacy.

During their volunteer experience, participants will undergo training, supervision, and mentorship provided by GFC staff and external partners (including outside Cyprus). This comprehensive support facilitates a seamless induction, enhances preparedness, and fosters continuous development throughout their engagement. Some of the training includes project management, project designing, intercultural competency, graphic designing, social media management, and professional communication.

🏠 Accommodation on site

Fully furnished accommodation

🍲 Food

- Monthly stipend of 400€ for personal expenses and food -

🎒 Leisure activities

⚠️ Requirements

The Participant profile: We are looking for nine motivated young individuals living in the EU (18-30) who are ready and committed to making a tangible impact on human rights, migration, and interculturalism. You will be involved in contributing to our mission, gain lifelong skills, & experience Cyprus’ diversity. You will work within our three pillars: Humanitarian Aid, Empowerment & Integration, & Awareness-raising & Advocacy. Applicants are required to complete this application form: https://forms.gle/9x5iMpDUFMSdZEBEA Refer to our info kit for more on our program overview: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Dmn3pQS99DCWkef6pFZrFf3iw8xGxGgr/view?usp=sharing
Deadline: 31/03/2025 23:59

ℹ️ Additional information

Travel expenses - Monthly local bus pass or bicycle - Medical insurance coverage (if needed)

The project is implemented under the European Solidarity Corps Programme, financed by the European Commission.

The participating organisations have to be mindful of these needs as they are responsible for providing a respectful and trusting hosting environment. At the same time, the organisations participating in the initiative devote a great deal of time, energy and resources to set up a high-quality activity; they should therefore expect that European Solidarity Corps participants show a similar level of respect for the local communities and the people that are directly concerned by the activities (https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/mission_en).
What do we provide ?

Training before and after the project
Health insurance during your project
round-trip travel reimbursement
accommodation and food
pocket money
language course
Return Week-end
Youth Pass and SVI international Volunteer passport

Before applying for this volunteering project, you need to enroll yourself at European Solidarity Corps Platform (https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity_en) and specify your European Solidarity Corps Participant Number (PRN).
This organisation holds a European Solidarity Corps Quality Label.
Contact the ESC coordinator at +32 2 888 67 13 to get more informations.

Interested in this project? Create your account and apply online.